Think concussion requires a head hit, complete rest, or an abnormal MRI? Learn the truth behind 12 common concussion myths and what current guidance recommends.
Is completing a return-to-play protocol enough after a concussion? Learn why symptoms, cognition, balance, exercise tolerance, and sport-specific demands all matter.
Concussions can impact a variety of brain functions including one’s ability to tolerate stress and overall increase in emotional distress. These moments of distress can be amplified by the difficulty of managing other concussion symptoms, such as pain, headaches, overstimulation, cognitive impairments, and new physical limitations.
Concussion recovery doesn't always mean staying in bed and waiting for symptoms to disappear. Learn what to do after a concussion, when to seek additional care, and how individualized rehabilitation can support recovery when symptoms persist.